Maybe there's not as much demand for it - judging from what I see on many blogs - a lot of people still think working with knits is difficult. But nothing could be further from the truth. I love sewing knits- so fast & easy - me likey a lot!

There were some fun polka dot blends, lots of colours. I have no idea what I'd make. I just like polka dots.

This challis print would make a nice dress or a skirt .......mmmmmmmmmmm

And then of course Ryan offered to help fold it all for me....that's when I woke up without fabric or Ryan. Of course I was broken hearted....

Well I hope you like eating healthy as much as I do. Sometimes instead of tofu I'll brown chopped chicken breast with the onions, etc......hmmm. I'm not a vegetarian, but I do feel better since I've started eating meatless meals 3 or 4 times a week. I've also noticed I have less craving for sweets ( my weekness) and I'm losing weight without even trying - especially in the stomach area!! What's not to love?!

Crocheting

Work on the black afghan for my daughter is progressing. She didn't want anything holey so I'm using stable stitches that produce a thick fabric. I've always wanted to do a highly textured blanket.

Saturday, 24 March 2012

Sheesh, I haven't posted in so long!! Went to Cuba, loved the country!! Beautiful sand, beach & people. Things didn't go so well though...................let us just say I'm single again. That's ok though. I am used to being on my own. I have finally lost 6 lbs!!! No more late night snacks.
Finished my black & white print dress in time for my trip - no pic yet. It's comfy & cute. I was happy with it. Started another dress but did not finish it yet. Have not got back into sewing yet.
I haven't been doing too much - came back to find out my ei ran out. So, I`ve been appling for jobs & looking into retraining. I have lots of experience but nothing on paper. At my age, you need both!!

My new hair colour - by mistake...but it`s growing on me.

It`s getting really long. I plan on cutting it and donating it. But now I`m curious to see how long it will grow! Definitely need a trim though. It`s been over a year.

I`ve been making extremely yummy healthy food lately. This dish consists of one chicken breast sliced up , fried with onion, garlic & olive oil till almost done. Then I added snow peas, shredded cabbage & yellow pepper. I used Chipolte sauce for the seasoning. Then I stirred in some prepared brown rice & quinoa. Hmmmm, it was delish!!!!

This is where I want to live!! Lovely pink apartment - just so long as it is in Mexico!!!!

Another yummy, healthy stir fry.........this time no meat, just veggies.

I took a pic of my green onions before chopping them up & freezing them (as seen on Pinterest). I just love this pic!!!! It speaks to me! Just wish I still had Picassa to crop, etc.

This is my beautiful baby daughter Jo & her handsome prince on St Paddys Day. I think he may be the one. How exciting!! I do still believe in love even though it may never be mine.

Self bought flowers - they lasted for two weeks!! Gerbana daisies.

Hair previous to the mistake.................I will get around to finishing the walls soon! God..I need Picassa!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

My new clogs - they seem really narrow - only $50. I think I will have to get them stretched or wear them bare foot. for the summer.

My old, very comfy clogs from Value Village!! I need to wear two pairs of socks with them to keep them on my feet.

Back to normal soon I hope. Oh, I did start an afghan for my Jo. Will post pic when I have gotten more done on it.

Monday, 20 February 2012

I made this dress View B quite a few years ago. I fit a pattern size 12 then.

I love the style & that it drapes so beautifully since it's cut on the bias. And...I added 1" inch to all seams! We'll see how it fits. I've worked hard to eat less & work out out more since the second week of January. Heading way south towards the end of February. Can hardly wait!

Didn't have enough fabric but that's OK - I had plenty of scraps to piece together for the neck & armhole bindings. I swear I'll post pics of the finished dress.

At the same time, I made my eldest daughter a new pair of jammie bottoms.

Finished the dolly for my Grand-daughter. Had to rush at the end, Auntie Jo was flying up to Quesnel to see Adelia.

My finished crocheted shawl. Nice and warm when sitting at the computer for hours - on Pinterest!!
Jo, my sweet daughter, has recently discovered this shawl & fallen in love with it! I'm only too happy to share it with her.She wears it as a scarf with the point in front & it looks fabulous on her!

Sunday, 15 January 2012

Last week I began one part of my New Years Plan - to get back in shape. I belong to Curves, it's a nice workout for the mature women....LOL So I went 5 days in a row, missed Saturday & worked out at home on Sunday. I've been watching my food intake & I ended up throwing the rest of my Christmas chocolate into the trash - there wasn't much left at all, but it was very symbolic for me! Not soon enough though :(
I had to add an extra 1/2" to the sides of my pattern. I'm OK with that cause I know I will fit a size 12 this year! My tummy already feels smaller. Yeah!!

The fabric is a poly knit, really slippery but very nice drape.

I started sewing it today & aside from the slipperiness, it's going to be a breeze to make. I dropped the back neckline about 6". I don't get why a lot of summery dresses have neck hugging backs. The gathered section in the front will be quite a bit lower too. I'll see when I get there.

Tulips on a wintery snow day - our first snow this winter!

Pretty but.............Spring's a lot prettier!! Still making earwarmers, I posted them on Ravelry. I really need to figure out how to link to other sites this year. I wish I could share my Pinterst too. I'm so addicted to that site.